Kale is known as a “super food” because of its numerous health properties. It contains a lot of nutrients and it’s one of the healthiest vegetables out there. Kale contains fiber, calcium, lots of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. It’s a…
When deciding on the best variety for your garden, the time to mature is one of the most important factors. Known as “days to harvest”, this time gives you an estimate on when you’ll be able to harvest your tomatoes….
Tomatoes are the most popular vegetables grown in the gardens across the US and around the world. There are many reasons why tomatoes are so popular among home gardeners. It’s interesting to note that for many years, tomatoes (then known…
The fall is actually a great time to plant certain plants. It’s important to know that fall is preferred because the weather is cooler so your plants won’t burn. However, in order to make the most out of your planting…
There are some useful veggies you can plant in the summer for fall harvest. This is a great way to get some fresh and tasty food in the fall. You might think that the most of your gardening efforts should…
It is sometimes tricky to find the best vegetables to grow in your garden. That’s particularly true if you are not familiar with climate and temperature zones. In the US, there is a special Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Zones…
There are many different types of peppers you might want to grow in your garden or even in container. The possibilities are endless: peppers are a rich bunch with many different and special varieties. Depending on your tastes and gardening…
Tomatoes take some time to be ripe. We all know this, and we’ve all been in a situation to buy tomatoes that were still too firm. A tomato can be red on the outside but it doesn’t mean that it’s…
If you want to grow lettuce in your garden it is important to figure out what type you want to grow and then to choose the precise varieties. Keep in mind that loose leaf types of lettuce are ideal for…
Blossom drop is a common problem with tomatoes. Many gardeners face this issue in their garden. Since tomatoes are among the most popular gardening plants, there are many people affected by this issue. The main problem with blossom drop is…
Once you have started your onions from seeds and once you have your transplants strong and healthy, it’s time to move your onion plants to the garden. If your climate conditions allow, you may choose to put the transplants in…
In gardening, it’s important to know which plants you can grow in your garden, depending on your climate zone, your needs and your experience levels. Vegetables are among the most popular plant types many people want to grow in their…